Andrew Macgregor Cameron, Baltimore, MD US

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20140219952

METHODS OF TREATMENT USING STEM CELL MOBILIZERS - The present invention relates to the field of stem cells. In one aspect, the present invention provides methods of treating a subject with acute liver injury comprising administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of at least one stem cell mobilizer. In particular embodiments, the subject is treated with plerixafor and G-CSF

08-07-2014

Andrew Michael Cameron, Phoenix, AZ US

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20110005354

PROCESSES FOR RECOVERING METALS FROM AQUEOUS SOLUTIONS - Provided herein are processes for recovering molybdenum and/or other value metals (e.g., uranium) present in aqueous solutions from a large range of concentrations: from ppm to grams per liter via a solvent extraction process by extracting the molybdenum and/or other value metal from the aqueous solution by contacting it with an organic phase solution containing a phosphinic acid, stripping the molybdenum and/or other value metal from the organic phase solution by contacting it with an aqueous phase strip solution containing an inorganic compound and having a ≦1.0 M concentration of free ammonia, and recovering the molybdenum and/or other value metal by separating it from the aqueous phase strip solution. When the molybdenum and/or other value metal are present only in low concentration, the processes can include an organic phase recycle step and/or an aqueous phase strip recycle step in order to concentrate the metal prior to recover.

01-13-2011

20140127095

PROCESSES FOR RECOVERING METALS FROM AQUEOUS SOLUTIONS - Provided herein are processes for recovering molybdenum and/or other value metals (e.g., uranium) present in aqueous solutions from a large range of concentrations: from ppm to grams per liter via a solvent extraction process by extracting the molybdenum and/or other value metal from the aqueous solution by contacting it with an organic phase solution containing a phosphinic acid, stripping the molybdenum and/or other value metal from the organic phase solution by contacting it with an aqueous phase strip solution containing an inorganic compound and having a ≦1.0 M concentration of free ammonia, and recovering the molybdenum and/or other value metal by separating it from the aqueous phase strip solution. When the molybdenum and/or other value metal are present only in low concentration, the processes can include an organic phase recycle step and/or an aqueous phase strip recycle step in order to concentrate the metal prior to recover.

05-08-2014

Anthony L. Cameron, Soddy Daisy, TN US

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20130094935

Merchandising Grapple - A merchandising grapple is disclosed for removing retail items such as beverage cans, bottles, boxes, and the like from shipping containers in groups and placing them in groups on display shelves within a retail establishment. The grapple has spaced features that receive and hold the items in groups of several items and may have a handle for gripping the grapple and a slip joint for adjusting a width of the grapple. A method includes stocking display shelves by removing items in groups from shipping containers and placing them in groups on display shelves.

04-18-2013

20140030053

Merchandising Grapple and Method - A merchandising grapple is disclosed for removing retail items such as beverage cans, bottles, boxes, and the like from shipping containers in groups and placing them in groups on display shelves within a retail establishment. The grapple has spaced features that receive and hold the items in groups of several items and may have a handle for gripping the grapple and a slip joint for adjusting a width of the grapple. A method includes stocking display shelves by removing items in groups from shipping containers and placing them in groups on display shelves.

01-30-2014

Austen James Cameron, Bozeman, MT US

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20110191178

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CONTEXTUAL ADVERTISING - System and method for contextual advertising in which a video file is encoded with cue points, and an XML file containing contextual advertisement information for at least three products is generated. When a first cue point is reached, the product image, product name and product description for the first contextual advertisement are encapsulated in a link to the product URL and displayed in a bottom panel. As each successive cue point is reached, the product image, product name and product description for each successive contextual advertisement are encapsulated in a link to the product URL for that contextual advertisement and displayed in the bottom panel, and the product image and product name for the contextual advertisement last appearing in the bottom panel are encapsulated in a link to the product URL and added to the side panel.

08-04-2011

Benjamin Cameron, Hanover, NH US

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20100089063

Systems and Methods for Energy Storage and Recovery Using Rapid Isothermal Gas Expansion and Compression - The invention relates to systems and methods for rapidly and isothermally expanding and compressing gas in energy storage and recovery systems that use open-air hydraulic-pneumatic cylinder assemblies, such as an accumulator and an intensifier in communication with a high-pressure gas storage reservoir on a gas-side of the circuits and a combination fluid motor/pump, coupled to a combination electric generator/motor on the fluid side of the circuits. The systems use heat transfer subsystems in communication with at least one of the cylinder assemblies or reservoir to thermally condition the gas being expanded or compressed.

04-15-2010

20100139277

Systems and Methods for Energy Storage and Recovery Using Rapid Isothermal Gas Expansion and Compression - The invention relates to systems and methods for rapidly and isothermally expanding and compressing gas in energy storage and recovery systems that use open-air hydraulic-pneumatic cylinder assemblies, such as an accumulator and an intensifier in communication with a high-pressure gas storage reservoir on a gas-side of the circuits and a combination fluid motor/pump, coupled to a combination electric generator/motor on the fluid side of the circuits. The systems use heat transfer subsystems in communication with at least one of the cylinder assemblies or reservoir to thermally condition the gas being expanded or compressed.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ENERGY STORAGE AND RECOVERY USING RAPID ISOTHERMAL GAS EXPANSION AND COMPRESSION - The invention relates to systems and methods for rapidly and isothermally expanding and compressing gas in energy storage and recovery systems that use open-air hydraulic-pneumatic cylinder assemblies, such as an accumulator and an intensifier in communication with a high-pressure gas storage reservoir on a gas-side of the circuits and a combination fluid motor/pump, coupled to a combination electric generator/motor on the fluid side of the circuits. The systems use heat transfer subsystems in communication with at least one of the cylinder assemblies or reservoir to thermally condition the gas being expanded or compressed.

HEAT EXCHANGE WITH COMPRESSED GAS IN ENERGY-STORAGE SYSTEMS - In various embodiments, compressed-gas energy storage and recovery systems include a cylinder assembly for compression and/or expansion of gas, a reservoir for storage and/or supply of compressed gas, and a system for thermally conditioning gas within the reservoir.

HEAT EXCHANGE WITH COMPRESSED GAS IN ENERGY-STORAGE SYSTEMS - In various embodiments, compressed-gas energy storage and recovery systems include a cylinder assembly for compression and/or expansion of gas, a reservoir for storage and/or supply of compressed gas, and a system for thermally conditioning gas within the reservoir.

11-29-2012

20120299310

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ENERGY STORAGE AND RECOVERY USING RAPID ISOTHERMAL GAS EXPANSION AND COMPRESSION - The invention relates to systems and methods for rapidly and isothermally expanding and compressing gas in energy storage and recovery systems that use open-air hydraulic-pneumatic cylinder assemblies, such as an accumulator and an intensifier in communication with a high-pressure gas storage reservoir on a gas-side of the circuits and a combination fluid motor/pump, coupled to a combination electric generator/motor on the fluid side of the circuits. The systems use heat transfer subsystems in communication with at least one of the cylinder assemblies or reservoir to thermally condition the gas being expanded or compressed.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR ENERGY STORAGE AND RECOVERY USING RAPID ISOTHERMAL GAS EXPANSION AND COMPRESSION - The invention relates to systems and methods for rapidly and isothermally expanding and compressing gas in energy storage and recovery systems that use open-air hydraulic-pneumatic cylinder assemblies, such as an accumulator and an intensifier in communication with a high-pressure gas storage reservoir on a gas-side of the circuits and a combination fluid motor/pump, coupled to a combination electric generator/motor on the fluid side of the circuits. The systems use heat transfer subsystems in communication with at least one of the cylinder assemblies or reservoir to thermally condition the gas being expanded or compressed.

08-21-2014

Patent applications by Benjamin Cameron, Hanover, NH US

Brent D. Cameron, Waterville, OH US

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20090185264

Coupling optics for light transmission system - An infrared energy photo-biotherapy medical treatment device incorporating a Class IV laser light source is disclosed. The medical treatment device comprises a head assembly, a coupling device and the Class IV laser light source. A liquid light guide connects the head assembly to the coupling device and the Class IV laser light source is connected to the coupling device by a plurality of silica optical fibers. Optical lenses are incorporated in both the head assembly and the coupling device permitting the infrared energy photo-biotherapy medical treatment device to direct the infrared energy from the Class IV laser light source through the optical fibers, coupling device, liquid light guide and head assembly so as to penetrate into a living organism.

07-23-2009

20100234704

Non-Invasive Polarimetric Apparatus and Method for Analyte Sensing in Birefringent Media - A noninvasive polarimetric apparatus used to measure levels of a substance in a sample in the presence of dynamically changing sample birefringence is provided. A polarization system generates multiple states of polarized light which interact with the sample. An analyzer system receives a signal from the sample and generates a secondary signal. This signal is detected and then processed to measure levels of a substance in a sample that may be have time varying birefringent components.

09-16-2010

20110225112

Multifunctional Neural Network System and Uses Thereof - A multifunctional neural network system for prediction which includes memory components to store previous values of data within a network. The memory components provide the system with the ability to learn relationships/patterns existent in the data over time.

09-15-2011

20120268714

Non-Invasive Ocular Analyte Sensing System - A noninvasive method and apparatus for determining analyte concentration (e.g., glucose) in a subject that includes measuring light refraction from at least a portion one or more structures. One example of such structure is the subject's iris.

10-25-2012

20140304204

Neural Network System and Uses Thereof - A multifunctional neural network system for prediction which includes memory components to store previous values of data within a network. The memory components provide the system with the ability to learn relationships/patterns existent in the data over time.

Non-Invasive Ocular Analyte Sensing System - A noninvasive method and apparatus for determining analyte concentration (e.g., glucose) in a subject that includes measuring light refraction from at least a portion one or more structures. One example of such structure is the subject's iris.

Brian Cameron, Potsdam, NY US

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20090210106

LOCOMOTIVE AIR/VACUUM CONTROL SYSTEM - The present locomotive brake control system includes a vacuum relay valve responsive to air brake apply and release signals on the air brake pipe to provide vacuum brake apply and release signals on a vacuum brake pipe. A locomotive brake controller is responsive to the brake apply and release signals on the air brake pipe to control the brake cylinder to apply and release the locomotive brakes in an air mode, and is responsive to the brake apply and release signals on the vacuum brake pipe sensed by a transducer to control the brake cylinder to apply and release the locomotive brakes in a vacuum mode.

08-20-2009

Brian P. Cameron, Potsdam, NY US

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20100152934

REMOTE CONTROL BRAKE SYSTEM AND MANIFOLD - A locomotive brake system includes a plurality of electronic air brake controllers for controlling at least a train brake pipe and a locomotive brake pipe interconnected by a communication network. A communication port and a system controller are connected to the network. The system controller controls the configuration of the electronic air brake controllers for standard mode and remote mode of the brake system and assembling EAB network signals for communication between a remote locomotive controller to be connected to the communication port and the electronic air brake controllers.

06-17-2010

Christopher Cameron, Royal Oak, MI US

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20130304541

CONSUMER-INITIATED DEMAND-DRIVEN INTERACTIVE MARKETPLACE - Disclosed herein are systems and methods for managing consumer demand in an online marketplace. In one aspect, a method for managing consumer initiated demand in an online marketplace comprises: receiving a first request for a product or service from a first consumer; identifying one of a plurality of categories as corresponding to the first request; assigning the first request to the identified category; receiving at least one additional request for a product or service from a second consumer and assigning the at least one additional request to the identified category; determining, using a processor, a demand for the identified category based at least on the number of requests assigned to the identified category; and selectively generating a merchant notification for at least one merchant based on the determined demand for the identified category.

Christopher Stan Cameron, Sanford, NC US

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20090049871

THERMAL CONTROL STRUCTURE AND GARMENT - A flexible thermally conductive structure. The structure generally includes a plurality of thermally conductive yarns, at least some of which are at least partially disposed adjacent to an elastomeric material. Typically, at least a portion of the plurality of thermally conductive yarns is configured as a sheet. The yarns may be constructed from graphite, metal, or similar materials. The elastomeric material may be formed from urethane or silicone foam that is at least partially collapsed, or from a similar material. A thermal management garment is provided, the garment incorporating a flexible thermally conductive structure.

02-26-2009

20090087373

Method and Apparatus for Producing a Carbon Based Foam Article Having a Desired Thermal-Conductivity Gradient - A carbon based foam article is made by heating the surface of a carbon foam block to a temperature above its graphitizing temperature, which is the temperature sufficient to graphitize the carbon foam. In one embodiment, the surface is heated with infrared pulses until heat is transferred from the surface into the core of the foam article such that the graphitizing temperature penetrates into the core to a desired depth below the surface. The graphitizing temperature is maintained for a time sufficient to substantially entirely graphitize the portion of the foam article from the surface to the desired depth below the surface. Thus, the foam article is an integral monolithic material that has a desired conductivity gradient with a relatively high thermal conductivity in the portion of the core that was graphitized and a relatively low thermal conductivity in the remaining portion of the foam article.

04-02-2009

20100025009

THERMAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - A thermal management system for operating near a temperature T. The system includes a sheet-like spacer having a plurality of passageways. A degassed working fluid is disposed as a liquid within the passageways of the spacer. A flexible and substantially impermeable sheet-like envelope forms a sealed compartment enclosing the spacer and the degassed working fluid at an absolute pressure that is approximately equal to the vapor pressure of the working fluid at equilibrium with liquid phase of the working fluid at the temperature T. The spacer, the working fluid and the envelope form a sheet-like thermal management system. In some embodiments the spacer is a flexible spacer and the envelope is a flexible envelope and the sheet-like thermal management system is a flexible sheet-like management system. In some embodiments the envelope is a rigid structure.

02-04-2010

David Cameron, Canandaigua, NY US

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20110033138

PACKAGE CLOSURE FOR WITHSTANDING INTERNAL FORCES - A reclosable package comprises a first panel having first and second side sections and a second panel having first and second side sections. The first panel opposes the second panel and is joined to the second panel along the first and second side sections. A bottom extends between the first and second side sections of the first and second panels with the first and second panels joined to each other. A mouth is disposed opposite the bottom and extends between the first and second side sections of the first second panels. A closure member extends along the mouth, with the closure member including a first fin joined to the first panel and second fin joined to the second panel. A sealing member having a first and second ends is disposed proximate the mouth. The ends of the sealing member can be attached to the fin or panel such that at least one of the first end or second ends of the sealing member is attached with peelable seal.

02-10-2011

David Lynn Cameron, Port Orange, FL US

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20110236449

Caramel-coated insecticide - An insect bait comprising particles of an insect-killing compound onto which a coating of insect attracting material has been applied, and the method by which this bait is prepared.

09-29-2011

David P. Cameron, Canandaigua, NY US

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20100101055

Reclosable Fasteners Or Zippers For Use With Polymeric Bags - A slider is adapted for use with a reclosable fastener for bags containing material. The reclosable fastener includes a first track and a second track. The first track includes a first profile, while the second track includes a second profile. The first and second profiles are releasably engageable to each other. At least one of the first and second profiles has an interior portion. The slider comprises a body that includes a top, a first side, a second side and a separation member on an underside of the top. The separation member is adapted to open and close the fastener and includes a slider finger that extends generally downwardly from the top. The slider finger extends into an interior portion of the first profile so as to assist in removing material trapped in the interior portion of the first profile when closing the reclosable fastener.

04-29-2010

Patent applications by David P. Cameron, Canandaigua, NY US

David P. Cameron, Canandiagua, NY US

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20090136163

Bag and article of manufacture - Disclosed is an article of manufacture including bag having a front surface; a rear surface; two side surfaces each having a gusset therein and connecting the front and rear surfaces; a flattenable bottom surface formed by connecting the front, rear, and side surfaces; and a top surface formable by connecting the front, rear, and side surfaces. The bag has a height, a width, and a depth, and defines an internal volume. The bag is sealable and has a seal strength of at least about 1,600 pounds per square inch. The bag is formed from a plastic laminate having a thickness of from about 130 to about 200 microns and a tensile strength of at least about 3,400 pounds per square inch. The article of manufacture also includes at least about 15 pounds of a particulate, flowable composition contained therein. The bag can also have a closure system comprising a non-reusable closure and a reusable closure. Also included are methods, using the article of manufacture, of enhancing palatability of an oxidizable, particulate, flowable composition contained therein.

05-28-2009

20090154845

BAG AND ARTICLE OF MANUFACTURE - Disclosed is an article of manufacture including bag having a front surface; a rear surface; two side surfaces each having a gusset therein and connecting the front and rear surfaces; a flattenable bottom surface formed by connecting the front, rear, and side surfaces; and a top surface formable by connecting the front, rear, and side surfaces. The bag has a height, a width, and a depth, and defines an internal volume. The bag is sealable and has a seal strength of at least about 1,600 pounds per square inch. The bag is formed from a plastic laminate having a thickness of from about 130 to about 200 microns and a tensile strength of at least about 3,400 pounds per square inch. The article of manufacture also includes at least about 15 pounds of a particulate, flowable composition contained therein. The bag can also have a closure system comprising a non-reusable closure and a reusable closure. Also included are methods, using the article of manufacture, of enhancing palatability of an oxidizable, particulate, flowable composition contained therein.

06-18-2009

20110150368

Bag and Article of Manufacture - An article of manufacture including a bag made of a multi-layer laminate. The bag can have a front surface, a rear surface, two side surfaces, a bottom surface, and a top surface; the bag having a height, a width, and a depth, and an internal volume. The bag can be sealable and have a seal strength of at least about 1,600 pounds per square inch. The multi-layer laminate can have a thickness of from about 130 to about 200 microns. The plastic laminate can include an inner layer and an outer layer, wherein the outer layer can include a nylon and the inner layer can include a polyethylene. The plastic laminate can have a dart drop resistant of at least about 5 grams/mil and a tear resistance of at least about 6 grams/mil and 9 grams/mil in the machine direction and cross direction, respectively.

06-23-2011

20130004627

Bag and Article of Manufacture - Disclosed is an article of manufacture including bag having a front surface; a rear surface; two side surfaces each having a gusset therein and connecting the front and rear surfaces; a flattenable bottom surface formed by connecting the front, rear, and side surfaces; and a top surface formable by connecting the front, rear, and side surfaces. The bag has a height, a width, and a depth, and defines an internal volume. The bag is sealable and has a seal strength of at least about 1,600 pounds per square inch. The bag is formed from a plastic laminate having a thickness of from about 130 to about 200 microns and a tensile strength of at least about 3,400 pounds per square inch. The article of manufacture also includes at least about 15 pounds of a particulate, flowable composition contained therein. The bag can also have a closure system comprising a non-reusable closure and a reusable closure. Also included are methods, using the article of manufacture, of enhancing palatability of an oxidizable, particulate, flowable composition contained therein.

01-03-2013

Patent applications by David P. Cameron, Canandiagua, NY US

Deborah Ellis Cameron, Memphis, TN US

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20140166667

Decorative Transparent Dinnerware Articles with Interchangeable Display Capability - A unique, versatile system of providing decorative dinnerware articles (plates, bowls, platters, and the like) with viewable designs on demand is provided. Such an article (as well as system) includes at least one transparent top component of a suitable polymer construction that nests with a lower component such that the two connect reliably in a manner that a user may place a decoration of his or her choosing between both component such that the design may be viewed through at least the top component (the lower component may be transparent, as well, if desired). In this way, a user has the capability of utilizing such a nested dinnerware configuration for the purpose of serving food or any other end-use available with such articles while simultaneously providing any desired design that can be displayed through at least the transparent top component.

06-19-2014

Don Cameron, Riverside, RI US

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20100075570

TOY WITH PIVOTING PORTIONS CAPABLE OF ROLLING OVER AND METHODS THEREOF - A toy employing a simple yet unique pivoting mechanism to provide back and forth and side to side pivoting movements and operable to wiggle, twist back and forth, and roll the toy over numerous times imitating a playing, cuddling and rolling over puppy or the like. The toy includes a body portion, a first pivoting portion, and a first linkage coupling the body portion to the first pivoting portion at an angled pivot point offset from a vertical axis intersecting the point at which the body and the first pivoting portions are coupled. An angled surface is included at the first pivoting portion and a gear mechanism is coupled to the body portion and operable to pivot the first pivoting portion with respect to the body portion driving the pivoting action at the angled surface of the first pivoting portion providing back and forth and side to side pivoting movements.

03-25-2010

20140273717

THREE WAY MULTIDIRECTIONAL INTERACTIVE TOY - Systems and methods for interaction between a user and a plurality of toys is disclosed where an interactive physical toy character senses inputs from a player and from a virtual toy character in a virtual environment. The virtual toy character likewise senses inputs from a player and a physical toy character so that bidirectional, multi-way gameplay involving a player, a physical toy and a virtual toy in a virtual environment is achieved.

09-18-2014

Donald A. Cameron, Birmingham, AL US

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20090155155

Cupola Flue Gas Treatment - An additive and method of use for treating flue gas of a coke-fired cupola following removal of the blast air during shutdown to adjust the charge and reduce acid buildup in the condensate and corrosion in downstream equipment by injecting into the flue gas a finely divided spray comprising an additive containing a volatile amine mixed with an antistatic agent that creates a positive static charge in the additive, and elevates the pH of the condensate by reducing the formation of sulfuric acid from entrained sulfur-containing compounds.

06-18-2009

Donald F. Cameron, Portland, OR US

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20100145995

OBJECT STORAGE - In one embodiment, a method is provided that may include determining, at least in part, by a device comprised, at least in part, in storage, whether to request that the storage perform, at least in part, at least one operation. The at least one operation may involve, at least in part, at least one object stored in the storage. The determining may be based, at least in part, upon metadata associated with the at least one object. The metadata may be stored in the storage, and may indicate an earliest permitted deletion time for the at least one object and/or a latest permitted access time for the at least one object. Of course, many modifications, variations, and alternatives are possible without departing from this embodiment.

06-10-2010

20100169461

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR THE PROTECTED STORAGE OF DOWNLOADED MEDIA CONTENT VIA A VIRTUALIZED PLATFORM - A method and system for the protected storage of downloaded media content via a virtualized platform. A method comprises downloading content to a special purpose virtual machine and then storing the downloaded content at a location, where the location is only accessible via the special purpose virtual machine. The stored content is then streamed over a virtual network to a general purpose virtual machine, where the special purpose virtual machine and the general purpose virtual machine exist on the same personal computer (PC).

07-01-2010

20110125878

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR THE PROTECTED STORAGE OF DOWNLOADED MEDIA CONTENT VIA A VIRTUALIZED PLATFORM - A method and system for the protected storage of downloaded media content via a virtualized platform. A method comprises downloading content to a special purpose virtual machine and then storing the downloaded content at a location, where the location is only accessible via the special purpose virtual machine. The stored content is then streamed over a virtual network to a general purpose virtual machine, where the special purpose virtual machine and the general purpose virtual machine exist on the same personal computer (PC).

05-26-2011

20140122662

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR THE PROTECTED STORAGE OF DOWNLOADED MEDIA CONTENT VIA A VIRTUALIZED PLATFORM - A method and system for the protected storage of downloaded media content via a virtualized platform. A method comprises downloading content to a special purpose virtual machine and then storing the downloaded content at a location, where the location is only accessible via the special purpose virtual machine. The stored content is then streamed over a virtual network to a general purpose virtual machine, where the special purpose virtual machine and the general purpose virtual machine exist on the same personal computer (PC).

05-01-2014

Patent applications by Donald F. Cameron, Portland, OR US

Don F. Cameron, Lutz, FL US

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20120039854

Nanoparticle Targeted Drug Delivery to the Lungs Using Extra-Testicular Sertoli Cells - A method of delivering a compound of interest to the lungs of a subject by the intravenous injection of Sertoli cells loaded with a plurality of chitosan nanoparticles coupled with the compound of interest is provided. Testis-derived rat Sertoli cells were pre-loaded with chitosan nanoparticles coupled with or without the drug curcumin, pre-labeled with a fluorescent cell marker and then injected intravenously into the control or asthmatic mouse model host. Intact pre-loaded, pre-labeled Sertoli cells were present in the lungs at 15 minutes post-injection, appeared entrapped in the pulmonary pre-capillary vascular bed around alveolar sacs but were not present one hour post-injection although Sertoli cell label and cellular debris was. Most of the of the injected nanoparticle to load (70%) and curcumin load (80%) was present in the lungs 15 minutes post-injection, and remained at 70% and 80%, respectively, one hour post-injection.

02-16-2012

20120148540

PROLIFERATED CELL LINES AND USES THEREOF - The subject invention pertains to tumor cell lines useful for increasing the proliferation potential of any human or animal cell in culture, thereby providing immortalized or continuous cell lines and cultures. The invention also concerns proliferation factors, and compositions containing the factors, which are capable of increasing the proliferation potential of any human or other animal cell in culture. The subject invention further pertains to a method for proliferating cells in culture by contacting cells with the proliferation factors. The proliferated cells can range in plasticity and can include, for example, blast cells, fertilized ova, non-fertilized gametes, embryonic stem cells, adult stem cells, precursor or progenitor cells, and highly specialized cells. Optionally, the cells can be induced to cease proliferation. The proliferated cells of the subject invention are useful for cell therapy, cell/gene therapy, biological production of molecules, and as in vitro models for research, toxicity testing, and drug development.

06-14-2012

Douglas C. Cameron, Plymouth, MN US

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20090117625

Polypeptides and Biosynthetic Pathways for the Production of Monatin and Its Precursors - Methods and compositions that can be used to make monatin from glucose, tryptophan, indole-3-lactic acid, indole-3-pyruvate, and 2-hydroxy 2-(indol-3-ylmethyl)-4-keto glutaric acid, are provided. Methods are also disclosed for producing the indole-3-pyruvate and 2-hydroxy 2-(indol-3-ylmethyl)-4-keto glutaric acid intermediates. Compositions provided include nucleic acid molecules, polypeptides, chemical structures, and cells. Methods include in vitro and in vivo processes, and the in vitro methods include chemical reactions.

05-07-2009

20090130285

Beverage Compositions Comprising Monatin and Methods of Making Same - The present invention relates to novel beverage compositions comprising monatin and methods for making such compositions. The present invention also relates to beverage compositions comprising specific monatin stereoisomers, specific blends of monatin stereoisomers, and/or monatin produced via a biosynthetic pathway in vivo (e.g., inside cells) or in vitro.

POLYPEPTIDES AND BIOSYNTHETIC PATHWAYS FOR THE PRODUCTION OF MONATIN AND ITS PRECURSORS - Methods and compositions that can be used to make monatin from glucose, tryptophan, indole-3-lactic acid, indole-3-pyruvate, and 2-hydroxy 2-(indol-3-ylmethyl)-4-keto glutaric acid, are provided. Methods are also disclosed for producing the indole-3-pyruvate and 2-hydroxy 2-(indol-3-ylmethyl)-4-keto glutaric acid intermediates. Compositions provided include nucleic acid molecules, polypeptides, chemical structures, and cells. Methods include in vitro and in vivo processes, and the in vitro methods include chemical reactions.

08-08-2013

Patent applications by Douglas C. Cameron, Plymouth, MN US

Edward R. Cameron, Edina, MN US

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20120265352

REFRIGERANT RECYCLING SYSTEM - Systems and methods are described with respect to refrigerant recovery techniques. In one example, a system for recovering a refrigerant from an appliance includes a valve module, a separator, a degasser, and a system controller. The valve modules include a valve and a valve controller configured to control the valve and transmit data. The separator separates the refrigerant from an oil and is in fluid communication with the valve. The degasser further separates the refrigerant from the oil and is in fluid communication with the separator. The system controller is configured to receive data from the valve controller.

10-18-2012

Ernest Cameron, Sparks, NV US

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20090114821

Sun detection sensor - A sun detection sensor assembly for attachment to a thermal imaging device, comprising an elongated tubular body having two ends and a sensor, characterized as Sun TECT sensor, attached to one end, the Sun TECT sensor having a tubular body, an IR window positioned at one end of the tubular body, and a photo a infrared photo transistor positioned within the tubular body, opposite the IR window, the infrared photo transistor having a photo sensitive surface for detecting the exposure from sun when the sun is within a field of view of the Sun TECT Sensor, and an automatic ON/OFF mechanism which is activated by the infrared photo transistor and protecting the thermal imaging device from undesired and harmful infrared radiation.

05-07-2009

Graham P. Cameron, Rochester, MN US

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20080281144

Skin Pressure Reduction to Prevent Decubitus Ulcers by Partial Magnetic Levitation - A magnetic levitation system for immobile patients in a wheelchair is disclosed. A magnet multi-pole configuration that is mechanically stable is provided that lifts the body and/or load shifts (rotates the body from side to side) the body. Based on a multi-pole configuration of permanent magnets in the pelvis, a corresponding multi-pole configuration for magnet repulsion is placed below the patient, typically as part of the wheelchair. Alternatively, a unipolar repulsion with mechanical patient restraint is implemented to achieve body lift or levitation. Either permanent magnets or electromagnets, optionally with magnetic sensor-mediated active computerized feedback control below the body, are sufficient to implement a complete multi-pole repulsive configuration that is mechanically stable. The apparatus reduces compressive force on soft tissues disposed between a human pelvis and a wheelchair seat.

11-13-2008

Ian Cameron, Andrews, NC US

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20090032981

Algae resistant edge coating and method of forming same - A gas-liquid contact body for use in a gas-liquid contact apparatus is formed of a plurality of facially opposed corrugated sheets with the corrugations in alternate sheets being disposed in parallel to form a plurality of criss-crossing channels for gas and liquid. The contact body has an air inlet side including an air inlet portion which is coated with a water-impermeable hydrophilic material whose density on the surface of the sheets decreases from a maximum at the edge of the sheets downstream within the air inlet portion to leave progressively increasing areas of said sheet exposed to air.

James Cameron, Sarasota, FL US

James Michael Cameron, Brunswick, OH US

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20080210582

INHIBITION OF PAINT-PRODUCT SKIN FORMATION - Paint in a container is inhibited against skinning by providing a layer of a barrier material comprising an inhibiting composition having a boiling point of at least 250° C. and optionally water on the upper surface the bulk paint in the container.

09-04-2008

Jeffrey M. Cameron, Omaha, NE US

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20080268839

Reducing a number of registration termination massages in a network for cellular devices - Embodiments of the present invention pertain to reducing a number of registration termination messages in a network for cellular devices. According to one embodiment, information is received at a server indicating that a first network entity associated with the network is providing a service to a cellular device. Information is received at the server indicating that a second network entity associated with the network is providing the service to the cellular device. Logic associated with the server is executed to determine whether to send a registration termination message to the first network entity. The logic enables the server to send a registration termination message to one of a plurality of network entities that communicates with the server without requiring the server to send a registration termination message to another of the plurality of network entities.

10-30-2008

Patent applications by Jeffrey M. Cameron, Omaha, NE US

Jennifer R. Cameron, Denver, CO US

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20110180608

PAYMENT DEVICE PHOTO ALBUM - Payment devices and methods for forming payment devices are provided. A payment device may include a front cover, a back cover, and at least one insert, and at least one payment mechanism. The at least one insert may be disposed or situated between the front cover and the back cover, and the front cover, back cover, and the at least one insert may be hinged together along a respective common edge. The at least one payment mechanism may be integrated into one or more of the front cover, the back cover, or the at least one insert.

07-28-2011

John Cameron, Oak Park, MI US

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20110139106

MODIFICATION OF FATS AND OILS FOR FUEL AND LUBRICATING APPLICATIONS - A bio-organic composition includes residues of a fatty acid glyceride-containing composition, residues of a first epoxide or glycol, and the residues of a second epoxide. The fatty acid glyceride-containing composition is characterized by the viscosity at room temperature. The first epoxide or glycol and second epoxides are present in a sufficient amount that the room temperature viscosity of the bio-organic composition is lower than the room temperature viscosity of the vegetable oil prior to formulation and/or the first epoxide or glycol and second epoxides are present in a sufficient amount that the pour point of the bio-organic composition is lower than the pour point of the fatty acid glyceride-containing composition prior to formulation.

06-16-2011

John Christopher Cameron, Acworth, GA US

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20080276970

Apparatus and method for treating materials with compositions - An apparatus and method for treating subject materials with compositions includes a material treatment section for treating a subject material with a composition of a silane-containing material and a hydrocarbon solvent to form a treated material, and a neutralizing section for neutralizing the treated material such that the treated material has a pH in a range of approximately 7 to approximately 8.

11-13-2008

20090252873

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR TREATING MATERIALS WITH COMPOSITIONS - An apparatus and method for treating subject materials with compositions includes a material treatment section for treating a subject material with a composition of a silane-containing material and a hydrocarbon solvent to form a treated material, and a neutralizing section for neutralizing the treated material such that the treated material has a pH in a range of approximately 7 to approximately 8.

10-08-2009

20090261297

COMPOSITIONS FOR TREATING MATERIALS AND METHODS OF TREATING SAME - Material treatment compositions for various materials and methods of treating the same is disclosed. A material treatment composition includes at least one silane-containing material, at least one base-containing material, and at least one solvent to enhance the strength of a material contacted by the composition.

10-22-2009

John Christopher Cameron, Aceworth, GA US

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20110100258

Compositions For Treating Materials And Methods Of Treating Same - Material treatment compositions for various materials and methods of treating the same is disclosed. A material treatment composition includes at least one silane-containing material, at least one base-containing material, and at least one solvent to enhance the strength of a material contacted by the composition.

05-05-2011

20140202356

COMPOSITIONS FOR TREATING MATERIALS AND METHODS OF TREATING SAME - Material treatment compositions for various materials and methods of treating the same is disclosed. A material treatment composition includes at least one silane-containing material, at least one base-containing material, and at least one solvent to enhance the strength of a material contacted by the composition.

07-24-2014

John M. Cameron, Bloomington, IN US

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20110101236

Compact Isocentric Gantry - A gantry for administering proton beam therapy with improvements which reduce the size, weight, costs and radiation beam loss associated with proton beam therapy systems currently commercially available. The gantry utilizes achromatic superconducting multi-function electromagnet systems wherein the magnets can include dipoles and quadrupoles. The achromatic properties of the rampable magnet systems allow for ease of transmission of the beam whose energy is rapidly changed through a large range of different energies without changing of the strength of the magnetic fields or dipole settings. The magnets may be made with either low or high temperature superconductors. The gantry design further integrates beam scanning but keeps the gantry isocentric. A much greater fraction of the beam can be transmitted through the gantry than with current art, thereby reducing radiation shielding requirements and the demand put on the accelerator to produce large quantities of proton beam.

05-05-2011

20140014849

Permanent Magnet Beam Transport System for Proton Radiation Therapy - A particle beam transport system used for particle radiation therapy is provided. A beam of particles exiting from an accelerator is transported at fixed energy for treatment of patients in one or more treatment rooms using permanent magnets. In one embodiment, the system includes a series of fixed-magnetic-field permanent magnets as beam focusing elements that transport the beam at fixed energy to a point where the constant energy beam can be modified for use independently in different treatment rooms. In some embodiments, the particle beam may be deflected using dipole or Lambertson magnets manufactured using permanent magnetic material. The system may also incorporate a matching section imposed as the beam exits the accelerator. The matching system includes diagnostic elements and feedback systems that verify the beam properties as it exits the accelerator, and modify it, if necessary, until the beam attains a desired energy value.

Joshua Cameron, Granger, IN US

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20090112490

PLASMA SENSORS AND RELATED METHODS - Plasma sensors, systems and related methods are described. An example method for predicting an event includes providing a carrier signal across two electrodes and forming a plasma between the two electrodes. The example method also includes measuring a modulated signal from the plasma, manipulating the modulated signal to produce a value and comparing the value to a threshold. Finally, the example method includes determining the likelihood of the event based on the comparison.

04-30-2009

20110129328

PLASMA SENSORS AND RELATED METHODS - Plasma sensors, systems and related methods are described. An example method for predicting an event includes providing a carrier signal across two electrodes and forming a plasma between the two electrodes. The example method also includes measuring a modulated signal from the plasma, manipulating the modulated signal to produce a value and comparing the value to a threshold. Finally, the example method includes determining the likelihood of the event based on the comparison.

06-02-2011

Joshua D. Cameron, Granger, IN US

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20090065064

COMPRESSOR TIP GAP FLOW CONTROL USING PLASMA ACTUATORS - A plasma generator for delaying the onset of rotation stall by tip gap flow control in, for example, an axial flow compressor is disclosed. The tip gap flow control system includes a housing surrounding a rotor of blades and having an inner wall. At least one plasma generating device is coupled to the inner wall of the housing and circumscribes at least a portion of the rotor of blades. A power supply is electrically coupled to the plasma generating device such that when the power supply energizes the plasma generating device, the axial momentum of a fluid flow between the inner wall of the housing and the tips of the rotor of blades in increased in the direction of the fluid flow.

Kirk Cameron, Blacksburg, VA US

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20110252248

Systems, Devices, and/or Methods for Managing Energy Usage - Certain exemplary embodiments can provide a system, machine, device, manufacture, circuit, and/or user interface adapted for, and/or a method and/or machine-readable medium comprising machine-implementable instructions for, activities that can comprise, based on a predicted non-zero future power requirement for performing one or more portions of an expected workload by a predetermined system, the predicted future power requirement based on a past power requirement for performing one or more portions of a known workload by the predetermined system, automatically causing a change from a first power state of the predetermined system to a second power state that does not violate a specification for performing the one or more portions of the expected workload.

10-13-2011

Melinda Cameron, Baker City, OR US

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20150009658

ILLUMINATOR, AKA STREET-LIGHTS - The Illuminator comprises a valuable versatile tool, offering safety and security for all individuals from all walks of life. The personal, portable, hands-free, bright illumination device would serve well the members of the armed forces, fire-service personnel, and law enforcement. The Illuminator would enable tradespeople by making hands-free illumination practical and convenient for any job. The rechargeable and solar power aspects of the Illuminator make it ideal in natural disaster and other emergency situations; removing not only the need for disposable batteries, but conventional power for charging as well; delivering light to anyone, anywhere.

01-08-2015

20150040302

Splash-Free SaniPlunge - The Splash-Free SaniPlunge is a sanitary plunger comprising an ergonomically designed handle with an encompassing splash guard for use in plunging a toilet or sink, thereby providing consumers with a cleaner, easier, and more efficient plunging experience.

02-12-2015

Melinda Marie Cameron, Nampa, ID US

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20090282829

Gravity wheel - The Gravity Wheel is a system/cycle of weights that either accept or deny the force of gravity relevant to their position on the wheel itself. The forward motion of the wheel simultaneously is produced by the gravity while it dictates the constant production of energy due to the nature of the motion utilizing the concept of a shifting fulcrum.

11-19-2009

20090283027

Global gravitational horizon - The Global Gravitational Horizon (GGH) is a system of two concentric spheres, one affixed to the center of gravity, the other affixed to the aircraft, both in juxtaposition representing a reference so that a pilot can always know the exact flight attitude without having to rely on any complicated, vulnerable, and conventional flight attitude indicators. The GGH requires virtually no experience or training to understand, therefore will be extremely helpful to new and novice pilots as well as seasoned pilots who are desirous of having a constant real time reference to their position relating to the horizon/ground without having to worry about maintenance or failure.

11-19-2009

20110110074

GLOVELIGHT, AKA SUPERLIGHT - SUPERSPOT - The Glovelight, aka Superlight-Superspot is a portable hands-free, multi-directional flashlight affixed to a spandex, Lycra, fingerless glove/stretchable band utilizing LED technology to produce a bright, efficient light source that renders both hands empty for performing any task.

05-12-2011

Michael D. Cameron, Port Nst. Lucie, FL US

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20100298312

SUBSTITUTED PYRIMIDINYL-AMINES AS PROTEIN KINASE INHIBITORS - The present invention provides novel substituted pyrimidinyl-amines that are useful as inhibitors of protein kinases, especially c-Jun N-terminal kinases (JNK) and pharmaceutical compositions thereof and methods of using the same for treating conditions responsive to the inhibition of the JNK pathway.

11-25-2010

Michael Darin Cameron, Port Saint Lucie, FL US

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20130231336

SUBSTITUTED PYRIMIDINYL-AMINES AS PROTEIN KINASE INHIBITORS - The present invention provides novel substituted pyrimidinyl-amines that are useful as inhibitors of protein kinases, especially c-Jun N-terminal kinases (JNK) and pharmaceutical compositions thereof and methods of using the same for treating conditions responsive to the inhibition of the JNK pathway.

09-05-2013

Michael James Cameron, New Port Richey, FL US

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20080203119

Device for preventing creases and wrinkles - A plurality of devices for preventing creases and wrinkles in articles of clothing best suited for hanging onto the horizontal arm, or the side arms of a clothes hanger and in combination of the two, that connects to, and disconnects from the horizontal arm of the clothes hanger, and quickly and efficiently becomes two devices that connect to, and disconnect from the two side arms of the clothes hanger via a fitting adjustment in the center of the device. The plurality of devices can be reinstalled and used again on the horizontal arm as a single device without compromising the integrity of the functionality of the device. A plurality of fitting Adjustments occur at each end of the device producing a longer length than the horizontal arm of the clothes hanger, and thus allowing installation onto horizontal arms and side arms varying in length resulting from differently manufactured clothes hangers.

08-28-2008

Norman Cameron, Kimberling City, MO US

Randall G. Cameron, Thonotosassa, FL US

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20090130722

Thermally-tolerant pectin methylesterase - Enzymes accumulated in plant cell walls serve diverse physiological functions including metabolism, polysaccharide structure modification, and molecular communication in interactions with other organisms. Pectin methylesterases are economically important enzymes for their impact on quality and processing properties of fruit and vegetable food products. We have now purified TT-PME to homogeneity from sweet orange finisher pulp and determined the complete corresponding nucleic acid sequence. Purified TT-PME was observed by SDS-PAGE as two doublet bands with molecular masses of approximately 46,000 Da and 56,000 Da. Direct Edman sequencing from these proteins showed a common N-terminal peptide. De novo sequencing of eight TT-PME tryptic peptides determined by MALDI-TOF/TOF mass spectrometry provided additional internal sequences. TT-PME did not correspond to any previously reported

05-21-2009

Richard Cameron, Delavan, WI US

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20110150676

Redundant Sump Pump System - Embodiments of the invention provide a sump pump system that pumps fluid. The system can include a base with one or more inlets and one or more outlet. The system can also include a first cartridge coupled to the base and removable from the base. The first cartridge can include a first electric motor. The system can further include a second cartridge coupled to the base and removable from the base. The second cartridge can include a second electric motor. The first cartridge and/or the second cartridge can be capable of operating at any given time in order to propel fluid from inlets to the outlets.

06-23-2011

Robert T. Cameron, Ellisville, IL US

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20140191559

TRANSMISSION AND HOIST CONTROL ARRANGEMENT - An input device for a machine is provided. The input device includes a lever which is operable to select from a plurality of transmission modes of the machine. Further, a hoisting input device is disposed on the lever. The hoisting input device is operable to select from a plurality of hoisting functions associated with a payload carrier of the machine.

07-10-2014

Scott Cameron, Kansas City, MO US

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20100191453

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING WIRELESS EMERGENCY ALERTS WITH ROUTING INFORMATION - A system and method for notifying users of situations may include identifying geographic coordinates of the situation in response to receiving situation information. A communications device located within a geographic distance from the geographic coordinates may be identified. A network address of the communications device may be determined. A route for a user of the communications device to avoid the situation may be determined and communicated in a message to the communications device. The message may include an indication of the situation and the determined route to notify the user of the situation and route to avoid the situation.

07-29-2010

Sherry Lynn Cameron, New Port Richey, FL US

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20080203119

Device for preventing creases and wrinkles - A plurality of devices for preventing creases and wrinkles in articles of clothing best suited for hanging onto the horizontal arm, or the side arms of a clothes hanger and in combination of the two, that connects to, and disconnects from the horizontal arm of the clothes hanger, and quickly and efficiently becomes two devices that connect to, and disconnect from the two side arms of the clothes hanger via a fitting adjustment in the center of the device. The plurality of devices can be reinstalled and used again on the horizontal arm as a single device without compromising the integrity of the functionality of the device. A plurality of fitting Adjustments occur at each end of the device producing a longer length than the horizontal arm of the clothes hanger, and thus allowing installation onto horizontal arms and side arms varying in length resulting from differently manufactured clothes hangers.

08-28-2008

Thomas B. Cameron, Avon, CT US

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20100297570

Handle for crimpable orthodontic archwire stop, archwire assembly and method of using - A handle for releasably retaining tubular sleeve-like crimpable stops is disclosed. The handle includes an elongated body with opposed ends and at least one receptacle positioned at one end of the body. The receptacle has an inside surface and defines an entry opening. The receptacle may be configured to mechanically retain the stop, or the stop may be releasably bonded to the receptacle by sticky substances like wax, any suitable adhesive or techniques such as heat bonding. The handle is molded from plastic in a color contrasting with the oral environment, such as orange. The handle aids in handling and positioning crimpable stops during installation of archwire assemblies in the oral environment. A stop retained in the disclosed handle is highly visible and can be handled without tools.

11-25-2010

20140272760

Archwire Assembly with Non-Linear Crimpable Orthodontic Stop and Method of Manufacture - An archwire stop defines a non-linear path through the stop that results in a bend moment between an orthodontic stop and the portion of an orthodontic archwire passing through the stop. The bend moment is accommodated by elastic deformation of the archwire and stop, resulting in a predictable frictional engagement between the stop and the archwire that is useful in maintaining a stop mounted on an archwire during packaging, shipping and handling in a clinical setting. A non-linear path through an archwire stop may be created by a non-linear tubular stop or may be created by appropriate internal features of the stop. The non-linear path through the stop may be selected so that the frictional engagement is greatest toward the free ends of the archwire, preventing the stop from sliding off the ends of an archwire, while permitting adjustment of the stop at the front of the mouth during patient treatment.

Timothy Cameron, Mulberry, FL US

DEFOAMING COMPOSITION FOR HIGH ACID STRENGTH MEDIA - All natural defoaming compositions useful in high strength acid media utilizing phosphatide emulsifiers that are considerably more effective at reduced application rates than prior art compositions are described.

11-17-2011

Vernon B. Cameron, Mason, OH US

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20120213590

MINE SHAFT LINER PLATE SYSTEM AND METHOD - A liner plate structure, system and method is provided for lining of mine shaft bores, tunnels and the like. The liner plate structure includes a primary plate portion and at least one flange disposed at a side edge of the primary plate portion. A polymer seal element extends along a recess within an exterior surface of the flange.

08-23-2012

20140356072

MINE SHAFT LINER PLATE SYSTEM AND METHOD - A liner plate structure, system and method is provided for lining of mine shaft bores, tunnels and the like. The liner plate structure includes a primary plate portion and at least one flange disposed at a side edge of the primary plate portion. A polymer seal element extends along a recess within an exterior surface of the flange.